If you are interested in the field of mental health, you may have heard of a peer support specialist. But what exactly does this job entail, and is there another name for it? In this article we will cover some of the common titles in peer support and take a look at what this job is really about. What Is A Peer Support Specialist? A peer support specialist is someone who has lived experience with mental illness, addiction, or trauma, and uses that experience to support others who are going through similar struggles. Additionally, peer support can sometimes be found in health care setting ..read more

There are a million rules about how to get your pages to rank on Google. SEO, keywords, and a long list of things that I won’t be doing in this post. This is not about ranking or traffic or anything other than reaching out and hoping that you find this post when you need to.  This is a letter to tell you how I really feel about everyone in recovery.  The Honest Truth I spend my days working with individuals recovering from addiction and mental health. In other words, I spend a lot of time around people fighting through some of the darkest times of their life. When I started in t ..read more

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world, consumed by millions of people every day. That being said, caffeine is actually a drug. So are you sober if you drink coffee? Well, the short answer is yes.  However, for people in recovery from addiction, the impact of coffee consumption on their recovery process may not be as straightforward. How Caffeine Affects The Brain Technically, caffeine is considered a psychoactive drug, and actually affects the same parts of the brain as cocaine, only it does it in a different way. With that in mind, to understand how coffee pl ..read more

Looking back, many people can feel disappointed with themselves for what happened during their addiction. Unfortunately, I found myself in this category early on in my recovery. That’s when someone recommended  I write a sobriety letter to myself.  This post is about my experience and how I managed to find some peace within myself. My hope is that it might help someone else to do the same. Moreover, I’ll share the letter that ended up changing everything for me. Why I Wrote A Sobriety Letter To Myself In an attempt to let things go and find a little compassion for my past self ..read more

In the depths of our struggles, it’s easy to believe that our experiences are entirely unique, that no one else could possibly understand the intricacies of our pain and challenges. We may feel isolated, cut off from a world that seems to move effortlessly while we battle our demons. This sense of terminal uniqueness can be both a shield and a prison, offering a false sense of individuality while trapping us in a cycle of isolation. But here’s the honest truth: you are not alone. Though your story may have unique elements, it is woven into the fabric of a larger human tapestry. Countless ot ..read more

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world, consumed by millions of people every day. That being said, caffeine is actually a drug. So are you sober if you drink coffee? Well, the short answer is yes.  However, for people in recovery from addiction, the impact of coffee consumption on their recovery process may not be as straightforward. How Caffeine Affects The Brain Technically, caffeine is considered a psychoactive drug, and actually affects the same parts of the brain as cocaine, only it does it in a different way. With that in mind, to understand how coffee pl ..read more

Making friends can be challenging for anyone, but it can be especially difficult in recovery. Sobriety can feel isolating, and it can be a struggle to find new social connections without alcohol or drugs. That being said, it doesn’t have to be a difficult experience. Not to mention that building a supportive network of friends is crucial for long-term recovery success. So let’s jump straight into the 27 tips for making friends in sobriety and start creating some meaningful relationships. Join A Support Group One of the most effective ways to make friends in sobriety is by joining a suppor ..read more

Sobriety is filled with challenges and can be difficult at times. That being said, there can also be some incredible moments of growth and accomplishment. Celebrating those moments and giving yourself credit for all your hard work is important. Granted, everyone will have their own special moments to cherish and celebrate, but these are a few of the milestones in recovery that you should definitely take note of! Deciding To Get Sober This will be the first of many milestones in your recovery journey. Just because it’s the first doesn’t make it any less important. In fact, it’s huge! This ..read more

The loving-kindness meditation can help you overcome feelings of guilt, shame, and improve your relationships with others. In fact, that’s really just the tip of the iceberg. In this post; I will give you a step by step guide for this meditation that is specifically tailored for recovery.  Afterward, we will look at some of the benefits of loving-kindness meditation, especially when it comes to forgiveness. Finally, I will go over some tips that can help you get started, complete with a guided meditation. These will help you make the most of your practice. The Role Of Meditation ..read more

Have you ever said, “ I have to stay sober” or “I can’t relapse”? These are common forms of all or nothing thinking. Unfortunately, it might be setting yourself up for failure, or at the very least, an overwhelming disappointment. Now, am I saying that it’s guaranteed that you are going to relapse? Absolutely not, but the hard reality is a relapse is possible. All or nothing thinking can make a relapse into a destructive downward spiral that is hard to escape. For that reason, keeping the right mindset about your recovery is crucial. Let’s look at why changing your thoughts a ..read more